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Cisco
Powered Network
Every Matrax.com server is connected to a 100%
Cisco Powered Network. Using enterprise-class
Cisco networking gear, all routers, layer-2 switches,
and layer-3 switches are tested in labs prior
to deployment to ensure stability and interoperability.
Redundant High Bandwidth Connectivity
Using multiple Tier 1 Service Providers, Matrax.com
leads the discount dedicated hosting industry
with our 99.9% uptime guarantee, ensuring the
highest degree of security against network downtime
and the fastest possible data transfers.
Bandwidth Utilization
It is a common misconception that the amounts
of bandwidth (size of the pipes that carry the
data) differentiate web hosting companies. In
reality it is not only the size of the pipes that
matters, it is the utilization levels. The utilization
of our Internet connections is vital to a network's
ability to transfer data without packet loss or
latency. Matrax.com aims to keep all connection
usage below 50% to avoid any connectivity problems.
Dynamic Routing
Matrax.com runs the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP4)
for best case routing. The BGP4 protocol is a
standard that allows for the routing of packets
of information sent out from our network. Each
packet of information is evaluated and sent over
the best route possible. Because of our redundant
network architecture, packets may be sent via
alternative routes even if they are being delivered
to the same end user. Should one of our providers
fail, packets leaving our network are automatically
redirected through another route via a different
provider.
Network Security
The Matrax.com network is a fully switched network.
Traffic destined for a website hosted on a server
is sent only through switching equipment necessary
to deliver the information to that server. This
minimizes the risk of someone sniffing or capturing
traffic being sent across the network. Furthermore,
Matrax.com vigorously prosecutes persons who generate
malicious attacks on our internal network.
Carrier
Class
Our facility is a carrier-neutral site and is
built completely on computer-grade raised flooring;
it is built for dedicated server hosting with
redundant fibre entry points.
Regulated Climate Control
The data center's HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air
Conditioning) system is N+1 redundant. With full
particle filtering and humidity control, the environment
is maintained at a cool 68 degrees to ensure a
comfortable environment for your server.
Power Systems
Matrax.com is not reliant upon the local power
grid to guarantee maximum uptime. Our on-site,
auto-switched power generator and centralized
UPS systems provide power conditioning and ensure
uninterrupted data center operation. Additionally,
the generator is regularly tested to ensure that
it will continue to function in the event of an
emergency
Datacenter Security
The data center is physically isolated from everyone
but level three technicians. Public access is
strictly forbidden. Access to the floor the datacenter
resides on is restricted and completely locked
down.
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